Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, which makes traveling to the island less of a hassle than traveling to any of the other Caribbean nations because no passport is required for U.S. citizens. However, easy travel is not the only reason to visit Puerto Rico. Strong Hispanic heritage, natural beauty, and numerous attractions are a few… more…

Puerto Rico has plenty of different styles of accommodations for everyone, from glitzy mega-resorts to cabins in the woods, and just about anything in-between. If variety is what you're looking for, head to Puerto Rico. While you may be looking for variety, others may just be searching for something specific which is just right for them. Travelers with a good idea of what they want already may find that our Best Hotels pages offer just the information they seek. Star Ratings represent… more…

Whether you're searching the northwestern coast for surf spots, planning to spend your days admiring underwater life with a pair of fins of your own, or just stretching out on a sandy spot near the water's edge, Puerto Rico's beaches offer something for everyone. Puerto Rico is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean, and popular beaches can be found along every shore. Puerto Rico participates in the Blue Flag program, which may be familiar to some of the island's European… more…

Puerto Rico's dining is so amazing that some people visit the country to tour its finest dining locations. Try some of the Nuevo Latino, traditional críolla, or international cuisines - whatever suits your taste on this island, where top-notch dining is just steps away. Puerto Rico… more…

From placid gin-colored lagoons to shockingly blue bays to beaches that are so rough that surfing is world-famous, the waters that surround Puerto Rico vary greatly. This means that snorkelers have a lot of planning to do to make sure they find the best spot for them to explore when the visit… more…

Puerto Rico is made up mostly of mountains with a coastal plain belt in the north. The mountains jut out to the sea on the west coast, but there are sandy beaches along most coastal areas. It is cooler than many other Caribbean islands due to the northeast trade winds, heavy precipitation, and altitude of most of the island. The trade winds also bring in showers from the Atlantic and make the northern coast of Puerto Rico wetter than the south. Sea, land, and mountain breezes are fairly constant,… more…